modern rituals

for milestone moments

 
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Kia ora, I’m James.

I’m a Registered Celebrant, based in Auckland & The Bay of Islands


You’re probably here because you just got engaged. If so, congratulations!

Your wedding should be as beautiful and unique as your love story. At the beating heart of your wedding, should be a meaningful, personalised ceremony that is written just for you.

The great news is that there are very few rules when it comes to a marriage ceremony. I’ll carefully guide you through the ones that matter, but apart from that the choices and styles of ceremony are limitless.

Whether you want to incorporate ritual or spiritual elements, whanau or friend participation or anything else, my job is to help you create the experience and atmosphere that you want for your guests - it’s completely up to you.

I’ll spend the time to get to know you and your love story, share some ideas and then create the perfect ceremony that reflects who you are and what is important to you as a couple, and beautifully sets the tone of your special day for you and your guests.

I value diversity, inclusion and love in all its forms.


Whether you’re planning an epic showstopper wedding, an intimate occasion on the beach or anything in between, there’s plenty of options to choose from.

And that means lots and lots of decisions - and maybe even a little stress at times. Let me take away some of that worry by making sure that your ceremony is just right, and goes without a hitch.

What is a lovework?

Like an artwork is a work of art, a lovework is a work of love.

Performing an act of service for your partner, giving them a gift, or even just a hug when needed is a lovework.

Your wedding day is a lovework.

Your marriage and lifelong journey together is your greatest lovework.

And I view my ceremonies as loveworks.

Love works

True story.